Jacksonville, FL — A new era of orthopedic care has arrived in Northeast Florida with the official launch of Orthopedic Specialists of Jacksonville, a physician-founded practice dedicated to delivering faster access, better outcomes, and a higher standard of care to the community.
Formed by a group of esteemed, board-certified, and fellowship-trained orthopedic surgeons and physiatrists, the new practice unites decades of experience across a full spectrum of subspecialties, including sports medicine, spine, shoulder, elbow, joint replacement, hand, knee, foot and ankle, trauma care, and non-operative pain management. With a shared commitment to excellence and innovation, these physicians came together with one purpose: to create a patient-centered practice focused on rapid access to care and superior outcomes.
“Orthopedic Specialists of Jacksonville was founded on the belief that we could build something better for our patients and for the future of orthopedic care in this city,” said Dr. Kevin Kaplan, orthopedic surgeon and founding physician. “By assembling a team of some of the region’s most respected specialists, we’ve created a place where collaboration, access, and outcomes come first.”
At Orthopedic Specialists of Jacksonville, patients benefit from a multidisciplinary team approach. With expertise in shoulder, elbow, hand and wrist, spine, hip, knee, foot and ankle, joint replacement, trauma, and sports-related injuries, the practice delivers comprehensive orthopedic care, all under one roof.
From diagnosis and treatment to rehabilitation and recovery, patients experience a seamless continuum of care tailored to their unique needs. The practice also places a strong emphasis on reducing wait times and expediting access to expert care, eliminating unnecessary delays that often disrupt recovery. By streamlining processes and ensuring prompt access, Orthopedic Specialists of Jacksonville prioritizes patients’ time and comfort.
The founding team of orthopedic doctors includes:
Bruce Steinberg, M.D. – Hand & Upper Extremity
Hiram Carrasquillo, M.D. – Ankle & Foot
Kevin Kaplan, M.D. – Shoulder, Elbow, Knee, and Sports Medicine
Garry Kitay, M.D. – Hand & Upper Extremity
Greg Solis, M.D. – Ankle & Foot
Phillip Bell, M.D. – Hip and Knee Joint Replacement
Rob Savarese, D.O. – PM&R & Non-Operative Sports Medicine
Rick Picerno, M.D. – Total Joint Replacement and General Orthopedics
Brett Frykberg, M.D. – Hip and Knee Joint Replacement
Brandon Kambach, M.D. – Spine
Together, these physicians have trained at top institutions across the country and have treated thousands of patients in Jacksonville and beyond. Their goal is simple: to restore mobility, improve quality of life, and help every patient return to the life they love—stronger, faster, and pain-free.
“At Orthopedic Specialists of Jacksonville, we take pride in offering a comprehensive range of services, from minimally invasive surgery to personalized physical therapy and rehabilitation,” said Dr. Bruce Steinberg. “Our multidisciplinary team approach means that each patient receives the most appropriate, holistic care for their individual needs, allowing them to get back to the activities they enjoy as quickly as possible.”
Orthopedic Specialists of Jacksonville offers both surgical and non-surgical solutions across a wide range of specialties. Whether you need treatment for a sports-related injury, joint replacement surgery, or management of chronic pain, the practice’s skilled physicians work together to develop individualized treatment plans tailored to patients’ unique needs.
About Orthopedic Specialists of Jacksonville
Orthopedic Specialists of Jacksonville is a physician-led orthopedic practice committed to providing comprehensive, high-quality care with a patient-first approach. Serving patients of all ages, the team offers both surgical and non-surgical solutions across a wide range of specialties. With two locations in North Florida, Orthopedic Specialists of Jacksonville is redefining what’s possible in musculoskeletal care. To learn more, visit OSJax.com.
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Orthopedic Specialists of Jacksonville
Kaitlyn Parham
3366813007
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5191 First Coast Technology Parkway
3rd Floor
Jacksonville, FL 32224
